Halifax switch offer: How many days?

gowthamj

Hi all,

I just applied and got accepted for the Rewards account with Halifax (£100 joining bonus and a monthly £5 reward).

Could you please let me know if you are aware of any time restriction on when I could start my switch? I understand 1st Direct has a 28 days window from opening the account.

I am going on a holiday very soon, so not sure if I should start my switch right away or wait till when I am back. This will also make sure that my salary goes into my active bank account - it would be difficult to keep track of my finances whilst away.

I could not find any such time restriction/window on their T&C but just checking to see if anyone else had any insight.

Many thanks.

YorkshireBoy

Since the offer is open to existing, as well as new, customers, there isn't a time limit as such. However, it would be a shame if they pulled the offer whilst you were away!

YorkshireBoy

gowthamj wrote: »

I understand 1st Direct has a 28 days window from opening the account.

Your understanding is wrong. You've 3 months from account opening, and they've a further 28 days after that to credit your £100.